Theme Mind Map Movement Creation
Students contribute ideas to a themed mind map then create individual movements to represent selected words
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About This Activity
Students contribute ideas to a themed mind map then create individual movements to represent selected words
Quick Info
moderate
25
6m x 6m minimum for movement, plus seated area
Equipment Required
Whiteboard or flipchart paper
1
Coloured markers or pens
3-4
Seating for students
Class set
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Activity Type
Cool Down
Skill Drill
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Skills
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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